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Camellia Nut Oil

Botanical Name:
Camellia Japonica, Camellia oleifera or Camellia sinensis
Extraction Method:
Cold-Processed
Aroma:
Odorless to very faintly herbal
Texture:
Light and absorbs quickly
Color:
Very faint yellow to almost clear
Description:
Camellia Seed Oil (also known as tea oil, tea seed oil or camellia oil) is extracted from the seeds of Camellia Japonica, Camellia oleifera or Camellia sinensis. (Although Camellia Oil is often referred to as Tea Oil or Tea Seed Oil, it should not be confused with the volatile essential oil of Tea Tree). Camellia Japonica originating from Japan is valued as the finest source for Camellia Oil.

Camellia Oil has an outstanding moisture retaining ability and is one of the most rapidly absorbed plant oils.

It contains about 86% oleic acid (higher than Olive Oil which is 65% ). Since this make-up is similar to our human's natural sebum, it can easily penetrate into the deepest layers of skin in a short time, nourish skin cells while locking moisture into the skin at the same time.

Camellia Oil beneficial properties:
Non Irritating
It does not cause any irritation or allergic reactions such as stinging, peeling, flaking and rash, unlike most Retinol, AHA and chemical acid based anti-aging creams. Safe and gentle, it can be used for all skin types (including baby's and sensitive skin). Can be used around the eyes.

Moisturizing
Studies have proven that no skincare products can work unless they penetrate multiple layers of the skin barrier. Camellia seed oil is able to penetrate deep down the skin's lower layers to restore moisture and elasticity as well as replenish skin lipids which are essential to prevent skin water loss. It can deliver optimum hydration to the skin without a greasy feel. It will not clog pores or cause acne.

Replenishing
Camellia seed oil contains about 86% oleic acid (higher than Olive oil which contains 65%). As this composition is similar to our human's natural sebum, it can be easily and rapidly absorbed, nourish skin cells while locking moisture into the skin at the same time. It leaves your skin soft and velvety without any greasy feeling. It will also give your skin a healthy glow. In fact, our skin tissue responds excellently to the molecular structure of fatty acids found in camellia oil.

Restoring
It eliminates or visibly diminishes fine lines and pitted acne scarring, and reduces the appearance of pores.

Protecting
It contains Vitamins A, B, C, E, omega 3,6 and 9 fatty acids. It also contains polyphenol, natural antioxidants that safeguard your skin from the damaging effects of UV/environmental exposure and free radicals.




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